Retirement Planning

Should You Count On Social Security?
Don't rely solely on Social Security for your retirement needs. It is an iffy proposition since the percentage of people 65 and older is increasing rapidly. Find out what you can expect when you retire.

Social Security Benefits Estimator
Estimate how much money you'll receive from Social Security when you retire.

Tap Your Retirement Money Early and Minimize Penalties
There are ways to withdraw funds early from retirement plans like your 401(k) without getting hit with a tax penalty. The rules are a bit rigid and, from a long-term perspective, you should think carefully before taking money out of your retirement plan until you're retired. In most cases, it's not the best strategy. Nonetheless, it can be done.

Interactive Retirement Planning Calculator
Do you know what it will take to create a secure retirement? Use this interactive problem solver to help you create your retirement plan.

Required Minimum Distribution Calculator
The IRS requires that you withdraw at least a minimum amount - known as a Required Minimum Distribution - from your retirement accounts annually, starting the year you turn age 70-1/2. Determining how much you are required to withdraw is an important issue in retirement planning.